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1. Choose trigger event
Slack
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2. Choose action
1. Select the event
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Choose a trigger event
Choose a trigger
A trigger is the event that starts your Zap—like a "Export Receipts When Ready" from Dext.
Add your action
An action happens after the trigger—such as "Add Reaction" in Slack.
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Supported triggers and actions
Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Users
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Title
Content
Channel ID
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Send Multi Message
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_edit_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Content Type
Reply Broadcast
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
Zap_id
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Topic
Required
Topic set by
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status Text
Status Emoji
Expiration Time
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Scheduled As
Required
Scheduled Message ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel
Required
Add Zapier app to channel automatically?
Message Text
Required
Send as a bot?
Bot Name
Bot Icon
Include a link to this automation?
Attach Image by URL
Auto-Expand Links?
Link Usernames and Channel Names?
Schedule At
File
Thread
Send Channel Message?
Zap_id
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Allowed_delete_copy
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Posted By
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Canvas ID
Required
Operation
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Channel Name
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Status_copy
Approval request message
Required
Send message as
Required
Approval type
Required
Zap_id
Include a link to this automation?
Approve button URL
Approve button label
Add decline button
Add details button
Require confirmation
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
First Name
Last Name
Title
Email
Display Name
User
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Stop on error
Required
HTTP Method
Required
URL
Required
Query string parameters
Additional request headers
Body
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Write
Create a new record or update an existing record in your app.
Conversation ID
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message ID (ts)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Conversation ID
Required
Message TS (ID)
Required
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Email
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
Full Name
Required
Return Raw Results?
Action
This is an event a Zap performs.
Search
Find existing data in your app
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Expose Dext and Slack actions as tools in any MCP client. Authenticate once, then call them in natural language.
Example actions on this page
Create New Client Account
Add Reaction
Works with
Claude · ChatGPT · Cursor · any MCP-compatible client
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dext + Slack integrations
New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with Dext and Slack
How do I connect Dext to Slack?
To connect Dext to Slack, you need to use our integration platform. First, sign into your account on our platform and navigate to the integrations section. From there, you can select Slack as a target application and follow the prompts to authorize access.
What are the main triggers available when integrating Dext with Slack?
When integrating Dext with Slack, the main triggers include a new receipt uploaded in Dext, an invoice marked as reviewed, or a supplier note added. These triggers can initiate actions in your Slack channels like sending notifications or posting messages.
Can I send notifications to specific channels in Slack based on actions in Dext?
Yes, once you've set up the integration between Dext and Slack, you can configure it so that specific actions in Dext, such as uploading a new receipt or approving an expense report, send notifications directly to predefined channels in Slack.
How does the integration handle errors when sending data from Dext to Slack?
The integration is designed to alert you of any errors during data transfer between Dext and Slack. You'll receive error messages either via email or as a direct message in Slack with details of the issue for quick resolution.
What actions can be triggered in Slack based on events in Dext?
Actions that can be triggered in Slack based on events in Dext include sending notification messages when a new document is processed, creating reminders for unreviewed receipts, or flagging priority invoices by posting alerts inside designated channels.
Is there a way to restrict permissions for certain users interacting with these integrations on Slack?
Yes, within our platform you can manage user permissions by defining roles and access levels for individuals involved with these workflows. This ensures only authorized personnel can modify configurations or view sensitive information through the Slack integration.
Can I customize the message content sent from Dext to my team's channels in Slack?
Absolutely! Our integration allows customization of message content so that you can tailor notifications from Dext to fit your team's unique communication style and requirements within your designated channels on Slack.
About Dext
Dext makes accountants and the businesses you look after more productive and profitable through better data and insights.
Slack is a platform for team communication: everything in one place, instantly searchable, available wherever you go. Offering instant messaging, document sharing and knowledge search for modern teams.
